Rising investor interest in women’s health
Gothenburg-based Omaia has closed an oversubscribed pre-seed round backed by angel investors, reflecting growing investor interest in women’s health – a historically underfunded area despite significant unmet needs.
Globally, 1 in 5 women experience mental health challenges during pregnancy or postpartum, while less than 5 per cent of healthcare funding is allocated to women’s health. At the same time, only around 2 per cent of venture capital is invested in female-founded companies.
– The fact that this round was oversubscribed signals a shift, with investors increasingly recognising areas that combine significant societal need with strong growth potential, says Emma Hallenberg, Director Co-Ax Accelerator at Sahlgrenska Science Park.
Omaia is developing a digital platform designed to complement clinical care by providing continuous support between healthcare appointments. The approach reflects a broader shift in digital health towards behaviour-driven, accessible support rather than purely clinical interventions.
– We are seeing a clear trend where innovation in health is increasingly shaped by real user experience. This is driving new types of solutions and contributing to growing investor interest, says Emma Hallenberg.
The company is part of the ecosystem around Sahlgrenska Science Park and operates within the rapidly growing femtech segment, where demand for personalised and accessible digital solutions continues to rise.
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